Popular tips: "Try the falafel and mushroom kibbeh dishes"
"Try the falafel and mushroom kibbeh dishes"
"Vegan options are clearly labeled on the menu"
"Enjoy fresh loose leaf teas like saffron and earl grey with almond milk"
"Expect some wait times and occasional inattentive service during busy hours"
"Avoid ordering cakes to prevent disappointment from potential freshness and quality issues"
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Must-try: falafel, mezze, hummus
falafel — popular (×6)
mezze — popular (×5)
hummus — popular (×5)
fuul mahroos — popular (×4)
tea — popular (×3)
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Praised for: many vegan options, fresh ingredients, nice atmosphere
many vegan options ×4
fresh ingredients ×3
nice atmosphere ×5
beautiful interior ×2
clearly marked vegan ×4
Damascena Coffee House on Temple Row offers a beautifully decorated Middle Eastern dining experience with a focus on mezze and fresh pastries. The venue serves both omnivore and vegan customers, with many vegan dishes clearly labeled and a good selection of plant-based options including falafel, kibbeh, and fresh dips. The atmosphere combines a coffeehouse front with a restaurant seating area, providing a casual and culturally rich environment, though some reviews note occasional slow service and issues with cake freshness.
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Sunday10 AM-6 PM
Monday9 AM-9 PM
Tuesday9 AM-9 PM
Wednesday9 AM-9 PM
Thursday9 AM-9 PM
Friday9 AM-10 PM
Saturday9 AM-10 PM
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Portman House 5-7 Temple Row W Birmingham B2 5NY United Kingdom